From Santiago de Compostela there are some great opportunities to take a tour out of the city to discover the stunning beauty of rural Galicia. Below we’ve suggested some private tours which include your own driver and guide as well as the main coach excursions originating in Santiago. Self drive tours are another interesting option.
As well as those listed you should take a look at Galicia Wine Tours which provides information on a range of tours in the region which have a food and wine theme.
Scheduled Coach Excursions
A cheaper option than the private tour option is to take a scheduled coach excursion from Santiago by luxury, air-conditioned motor coach. The most popular excursions are listed below:
Day Excursion to the Coast of Death & Cape Finisterre
Duration: Full Day
On this excursion from Santiago de Compostela you will enjoy a full day tour to Cap Finisterre following the Costa da Morte.
Day Excursion to the Rias Altas
Duration: Full Day
On this excursion from Santiago de Compostela you will enjoy a full day tour discovering the high estuaries of Galicia.
Day Excursion to the Rias Baixas
Duration: Full Day
On this excursion from Santiago de Compostela you will enjoy a full day tour discovering the beautiful low estuaries of Galicia.
Day Excursion to Vigo & into Portugal
Duration: Full Day
On this excursion from Santiago de Compostela you will enjoy a full day tour to Vigo and into Portugal.
Private Tours
Private tours in Galicia can be customised according to your wishes. You are met at your hotel by a driver and guide who will take you on a full day or extended tour of the region. Contact Us to arrange specific itineraries. The Finisterre Lands End Tour which follows is the most popular choice for a private tour originating in Galicia.
Finisterre Lands End Tour
Duration: 1 Day (about 10 hours) | Tour Ref: 1056
This private tour starts in Santiago de Compostela and heads over to the ocean then follows the rugged coastline known as the Costa da Morte (Coast of Death) as far as Finisterre via numerous coastal villages.
Tapas Tour in Santiago de Compostela
Duration: ½ Day (about 3 hours) | Tour Ref: 1144
This is a guided tour of some of Santiago’s best tapas where you can sample the best of Galician cuisine. It is aimed at groups of 2 – 6 people.
Santiago de Compostela Historical Walking Tour
Duration: ½ Day (about 3½ hours) | Tour Ref: 1060
A fine way to get to know the city of Santiago de Compostela is on this walking tour with an official tour guide who will introduce you to the city’s old quarter and take you around the magnificent cathedral.
Self Drive Tour from Santiago
With excellent roads and little traffic this is a great area to enjoy a self-drive holiday staying in exquisite accommodation as you travel including some beautiful Parador hotels. Below we’ve suggested one highly recommended self-drive package.
Self-Drive Tour from Santiago to Salamanca, Avila & Segovia
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights | Tour Ref: 1045
Beginning in Santiago you head inland and south to the UNESCO World Heritage cities of Avila and Salamanca then continue on to Segovia with its two thousand year old Roman Aqueduct.
If you’d prefer to put together your own package and travel independently then we highly recommend Economy Car Hire which allow you to collect your car in Santiago and drop it off elsewhere. Get a quote below.
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